Europe's refuge crisis is taking its toll on the French coastal city of Calais where, as Natasha Turak reports, tourist numbers and commerce have decreased over the past year, put off by the unrest brought about by the 'Calais jungle' migrant camp.
Madrid region acts as FDI magnet
Spain's capital region of Madrid continues to lead the country's return to prosperity after the crisis of 2008 thanks to its favourable business climate and pool of talent. Now the challenge is to bring leisure industry investment into line to keep up with soaring tourist numbers.
Ukraine panel stresses urgent need for reforms
Panellists at the EBRD annual meeting agreed with Ukraine's finance minister that greater FDI and an increase in bank lending are crucial if the country is to build on its recovery.
Latvia becomes newest member of OECD
Latvia ends three years of talks to become the OECD’s 35th member and increase its links with the West.
Paris's grand plans
The 'Grand Paris' initiative aims to increase the population and size of the French capital by incorporating the greater Paris region into the city. Jean Louis Missika, deputy mayor of Paris, tells Natasha Turak about the transport, housing and environmental projects in the pipeline to help the city realise this vision.
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The UK’s Northern Gateway swings open
A team effort in an overlooked area of the UK – principally the counties of Cheshire and Staffordshire – is set to maximise the investment benefits offered by the HS2 high-speed rail link, as Roz Hanna discovers.
Latvia joins the OECD
Latvia joined the group of the 34 most advanced countries on June 2 after introducing changes to its troublesome banking sector and promoting better governance for state-owned enterprises. Minister for economics Arvils Ašeradens talked to Jacopo Dettoni.
EY Italy chief on the country’s FDI comeback
Italy has navigated stormy economic waters for years. But, as EY Italy CEO Donato Iacovone tells Jacopo Dettoni, the country is trying to regain some of its investment appeal on the back of the government’s reform agenda.
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London retail rising in the west
Figures from MasterCard and a new report highlight the attractiveness of retail options in London’s West End, particularly for overseas visitors.
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FDI from the UK into mid-east US declines
Mid-east US attracts the lion's share of FDI from UK-based investors, however, it has seen inflows decreasing over the past few years.
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